Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal

Senior Patent Litigation Legal Assistant (Paralegal)

Remote Flexibility

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Patent Litigation Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to support our Intellectual Property Litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex patent litigation matters, including federal court proceedings, PTAB practice, and all phases of discovery and trial preparation. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Litigation Support

• Manage all phases of patent litigation from pre-filing investigation through trial

• Maintain case calendars and monitor deadlines in federal courts

• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings, discovery, and court documents (including ECF filings)

• Draft routine pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence

• Assist with briefing and hearing preparation

Discovery & Document Management

• Oversee large-scale document collections, reviews, and productions

• Coordinate with eDiscovery vendors and manage review platforms (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw)

• Prepare privilege logs and manage document databases

• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, including exhibits

• Coordinate expert discovery and manage expert materials

Trial & Hearing Preparation

• Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and demonstratives

• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and trial

• Support attorneys at trial (war room setup, real-time document management, exhibit tracking)

Administrative & Client Support

• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files

• Coordinate with clients, experts, co-counsel, and court personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred;
Paralegal Certificate preferred

• 7+ years of patent litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department

• Extensive federal court experience, including e-filing

• Proficiency in litigation support and eDiscovery platforms

• Strong knowledge of local rules and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure related to court deadlines

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters and shifting priorities

• Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently

• High level of discretion and professionalism

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Remote flexibility